MS. NOMFUNDO ZELIA's Resume

MS. NOMFUNDO ZELIA

ESL Teacher

Female

38 y/o

Special Education Teacher

Live in South Africa

Nationality South Africa

Summary

My name is Zelia Ndlozi and I reside in Bluff, South Africa. I am an ESL teacher with 7 years of teaching experience and a passion for educating and positively impacting the lives of learners. I hold a Bachelor of Honors degree in Human Resource Management, a National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry, a TEFL Diploma, and a TEFL certificate. I have 8 years of experience in the corporate world, working as a Laboratory Analyst and Process Technician. During this time, I developed skills in scientific method operations, research, training and business operations. After working in this field, I discovered that my passion for teaching and traveling was greater. I began by tutoring Math, Science and English and later had the opportunity to work at MPC Recruitment as an English Consultant for Tutor ABC, an English school in China. I also worked as a Subject Consultant and Tutor at BrightSparkz, teaching Math, English, and Zulu. My approach to teaching is fun, interactive, and student-centered, creating an environment where learners feel confident to express themselves and open to receiving constructive correction. In addition to my ESL teaching, I also teach dance to children and youth on weekends, which further reflects my ability to connect with young people and foster engaging learning experiences. I bring energy, creativity, and excellence into everything I do.

Work experience

Language Consultant
Brightsparkz
2021.01-2024.01
(3 years)
• Designed and delivered personalized English, Math and Zulu lessons for learners of all ages, improving communication skills and exam readiness. • Created interactive course materials and integrated digital tools (Zoom, Skype) to enhance online learning experiences. • Assessed learners’ proficiency, developed tailored study plans, and tracked progress, resulting in measurable improvements in fluency and comprehension.
Admin Clerk
Food Safety and Quality Agency
2020.05-2020.12
(8 months)
• Coordinated schedules and managed administrative workflows, strengthening organizational efficiency and communication.
English Consultant
MPC
2019.01-2020.11
(2 years)
• Facilitated engaging online English lessons, incorporating innovative teaching methodologies. • Provided targeted support in grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation, leading to 80% of students advancing in their language levels. • Assigned and evaluated homework, providing constructive feedback to accelerate learner progress. ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Personal Assistant
Pectoscope
2018.10-2019.03
(6 months)
• Supported executive operations, maintained financial records, and acted as first point of contact with stakeholders.
Co-Manager
Grace Vintage Boutique
2016.01-2018.08
(3 years)
• Led customer service initiatives, managed daily operations, and built strong interpersonal communication skills.
Laboratory Technician
Engen Petroleum Ltd
2011.04-2015.09
(4 years)
• Delivered technical reports and collaborated with cross-functional teams, honing analytical and problem-solving skills transferable to lesson planning.

Educational experience

Regent Business School, South Africa
BCom Honors in Human Resource Management (Level 8)
2023.06-2025.05
(2 years)
My Bachelor of Honors degree in Human Resource Management allowed me to gain an advanced study in employee relations, organizational behavior, talent management, strategic HR and business practices. I am now equipped with skills in management, training and development, and leading people effectively within an organization.
TEFL Professional Development Institute
Certificate
2019.03-2019.05
(3 months)
After completing my studies in TEFL, I learned key skills and methodologies in teaching English to non-native English speakers. The study included English grammar, pronunciation and applying effective teaching techniques when teaching different age groups.
Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT), Durban
National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry (Level 6)
2006.01-2011.04
(5 years)
I studied towards a National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry at MUT. This course focuses on the study of chemical analysis, laboratory techniques, and instrumentation that are used to test and evaluate substances. I was equipped with practical and theoretical knowledge in chemistry, quality control, and scientific problem-solving for industrial and research applications.
Mowat Park Girls High School, Durban
Matriculation Certificate
2000.01-2005.11
(6 years)
Mowat Park Girls High School is a Model C girls' school in Montclair, a suburb in South Africa. I completed my high school education at Mowat Park which is also a native English-speaking school where all subjects are taught in English.